Penske Media

Penske Media Corporation (PMC) is a prominent digital media, publishing, and information services company founded in 2003 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Operating in multiple countries, including the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and India, PMC reaches over 140 million consumers monthly through a diverse portfolio of more than 20 digital brands and 40 annual events. Its offerings encompass a wide range of topics, including entertainment, fashion, beauty, technology, and lifestyle, with notable brands such as Variety, Deadline, and Robb Report. PMC also engages in video strategy and production, and provides industry insights through various publications and online platforms, serving audiences across television, web, and social media. The company has established a significant presence in the entertainment sector, particularly with its joint venture in India with ZEE TV, and is recognized as one of the largest digital media companies globally.

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Vox Media

Corporate Round in 2023
Vox Media is an independent media organization that creates, publishes, and distributes online content, targeting young adults globally. The company operates several well-known brands, including SB Nation, a network of fan-centric sports communities; The Verge, a technology publication; Polygon, focused on gaming; Vox.com, an interest-driven news site; Eater, which covers food and dining; Racked, dedicated to shopping, beauty, and fashion; Curbed, a real estate and home brand; and Re/code, a tech business publication. Additionally, Vox Media runs Vox Creative, a division that develops marketing narratives for brands, and provides advertising services through Vox Advertising and the Concert advertising solution. Founded in 2003 as Sportsblogs and rebranded as Vox Media in 2012, the organization is headquartered in Washington, D.C., with additional offices in New York City.

Authentic

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Authentic helps brands, auction houses, and collectors create secure and safe authentication documentation and provenance tracking. Authentic is used by forward-thinking brands to protect their customers, combat fraud, and support secondary sales. Authentic users can update their customer experience with secure and encrypted digital certificates of authenticity. Their records are unchangeable, reducing fraud and increasing transparency.

NachoNacho

Seed Round in 2022
NachoNacho, Inc. operates an online marketplace focused on subscription management for businesses and freelancers. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Los Altos, California, the platform enables users to consolidate and control all their subscriptions using virtual credit cards. It also allows users to discover and purchase new subscriptions at significant discounts. For software-as-a-service (SaaS) vendors, NachoNacho serves as a cost-effective channel for acquiring new subscribers without requiring technical integration or charging listing fees. The setup process for users is quick, taking less than five minutes, while listing a product for vendors can be completed in under half an hour. This dual approach helps both buyers and sellers navigate the subscription landscape efficiently.

Unblocked

Seed Round in 2022
Unblocked focuses on transforming the future of music and entertainment. Unblocked was founded in 2021 and was headquartered in Los Angeles, California.

LDJ Productions

Corporate Round in 2020
LDJ Productions NYC, Inc. is an event management and technical production company based in New York City, founded in 1999. The company specializes in a wide range of services, including event design, staging, equipment sourcing, broadcasting, video production, post-production, and photographic services. Serving a diverse clientele that includes Fortune 500 companies from various sectors such as fashion, beauty, technology, media, finance, and luxury automotive, LDJ Productions is dedicated to enhancing brand experiences. By leveraging innovative technologies and creative approaches, the company aims to foster lasting client partnerships and amplify guest experiences, ultimately contributing to brand loyalty and impactful live and digital engagements.

Music Business Worldwide

Corporate Round in 2020
Music Business Worldwide Ltd. is a publishing company based in London, United Kingdom, founded in 2014. It serves the global music industry by providing a comprehensive platform for news, insights, and analysis. The company produces a premium UK-focused magazine and an annual almanac, the MBW Yearbook, which collectively cater to professionals in the music sector. With a global perspective, MBW connects industry thought-leaders and professionals from various regions, including major markets like the US, UK, and EU, as well as emerging areas such as Asia-Pacific, Russia, and Latin America. It aims to equip artists, managers, and rights-holders with essential knowledge to navigate the complexities of the international music landscape.

Rolling Stone

Acquisition in 2019
Rolling Stone, LLC is an online publication that focuses on music, pop culture, and politics. Founded in 1967 by Jann Wenner, the company is headquartered in New York, New York. It serves as a platform for reviews, articles, and commentary, reflecting contemporary cultural trends and issues. Rolling Stone operates as a subsidiary of Wenner Media LLC, continuing its legacy as an influential voice in the entertainment industry.

ART MEDIA Holdings

Acquisition in 2018
Art Media Holdings, LLC is a New York-based company that specializes in publishing art magazines. Established in 2016, it has developed a prominent portfolio that includes well-known titles such as Art in America, ARTnews Magazine, The Magazine ANTIQUES, and MODERN. These publications collectively establish Art Media Holdings as an authority in the fields of art, design, and architecture. The company operates as a subsidiary of Penske Media Corporation and focuses on both print and online media to reach its audience.

SheMedia

Acquisition in 2018
SheMedia is a prominent women’s digital lifestyle media company that operates a diverse portfolio of media properties, including SheKnows.com, BlogHer.com, and StyleCaster.com. Following its acquisition of BlogHer in 2014, the company now attracts over 70 million unique visitors monthly and engages more than 147 million social media followers. SheMedia focuses on empowering women through a platform that integrates users, editors, and content creators, fostering a community where women can discover, share, and create content across various interests such as parenting, fashion, and DIY. The company’s editorial team, along with experts and influencers, produces authentic and relevant content aimed at resonating with its audience. Additionally, SheMedia offers a comprehensive suite of branded content and influencer marketing solutions, generating over 1.7 billion ad impressions each month, enabling brands to effectively distribute content and advertising at scale.

Wenner Media

Corporate Round in 2017
Wenner Media is a leading authority in music, entertainment, celebrity, and pop culture. Wenner Media publishes Rolling Stone, Us Weekly, and Men’s Journal. Wenner Media is based in New York City and satellite offices in Chicago and Los Angeles.

FashInvest

Acquisition in 2017
FashInvest is the first community for emerging growth companies within the Fashion, Fashion Tech, Retail, and Branded Goods consumer sectors that brings together thought leadership, financing strategies, and business experts in the industry. Since its founding in 2009, Fashinvest is now regarded as one of the most respected business platforms committed to company growth and formation within these markets.

indieWIRE

Acquisition in 2016
indieWIRE LLC is a prominent news and networking platform dedicated to independent filmmakers, industry professionals, and film enthusiasts. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in New York, the site offers a wealth of resources, including film and television news, reviews, interviews, and information about global festivals. Over the years, indieWIRE has garnered recognition for its contributions to the independent film community, winning multiple Webby Awards and being praised by notable publications such as Variety and Forbes. The platform serves as a vital hub for indie filmmakers, providing insights into the indie film business, production articles, and coverage of emerging digital trends. In 2016, indieWIRE became a subsidiary of Penske Media Corporation, further solidifying its role in the evolving landscape of independent cinema.

Fairchild Fashion Media

Acquisition in 2014
FFM properties include WWD (Women's Wear Daily), Style.com, FN (Footwear News), NowManifest, Beauty Inc, M and Fairchild Summits. Our brands deliver the most immediate, credible, and comprehensive coverage from the most trusted voices in fashion journalism. FFM fuels the business decisions of industry executives and satisfies the passions of the truly fashion-obsessed worldwide.
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